Full-Time

Heavy Equipment Operator

Posted on Jun 18

Newton Group Ltd.

Guelph, ON

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Physically demanding; Attention to detail

Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Outdoors

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots

Security and Safety Driving record check (abstract)

Type of Industry Experience

Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction

Type of Heavy Equipment Operated

Operate forklift; Loader; Concrete pumping equipment; Backhoe excavator, loader; Bobcats; Front end loader

Additional Skills

Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications; Calculate weight, distance, volume and length measurements; Complete onboard and other logs

Area of Work Experience

Trenching; Sloping and banking; Rough grading; Material handling; Fine grading and finishing; Excavation; Backfilling

Specific Skills

Secure special attachments to equipment; Perform minor repairs to equipment; Operate heavy equipment; Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment; Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate; Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Propane in Construction Record of Training; Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification; Forklift Operator Certification; Fall Arrest Protection Training Course

Education Other trades certificate or diploma

Languages English

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